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A Bengal Cat Froze Mid-Crime in a Sink Full of Dirty Dishes

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Eyes as big as saucers, a spotted Bengal sits in the sink, surrounded by dirty plates, a fork, and a glass or two. Her whiskers are spread, her ears are pricked, and her golden-green eyes lock onto yours as if the whole kitchen had just frozen in time. Crumbs and a few water droplets speckle the stainless steel.

Behind her, a dish rack holds clean plates, a blue towel is draped on the counter, a sponge sits by the window, and a plant adds some green. We'll call her Pepper, for her speckled coat. She has plainly discovered the best spot in the kitchen, and she knows there will be questions.

Bengals are bright, athletic cats that love water, climbing, and exploring, so a sink is a very natural place for them. Some will even play with running faucets. It is worth thinking about what's in the sink, though. Dirty dishes can have bits of food that are harmful to cats, such as onion, garlic, and fatty scraps, and detergent can irritate skin and stomach. Sharp knives and broken glass are also a danger. Rinse dishes quickly, keep soap out of reach, and give your cat her own water fountain and puzzle toys. A bored Bengal is a creative one. If she licks soap or eats something strange, talk to your vet.

Pepper stays in her sink, wide-eyed and unmoving, queen of the dishes for as long as she can hold the pose.

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